Carrera T vs GTS performance related differences
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Calling the car "base" seems to have morphed into a weird way for those who don't drive the regular Carrera (or a Porsche at all for that matter) to make those that do almost feel bad about it. It almost never seems to be said in a tone that means the "standard" 911, its always said with the tone of "cheap/slow" 911.
I for one LOVE the C2 and can't wait for my 992T to be built in 3 weeks.
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I've had a 981 GT4, 991.2 GT3, and now my 992 GTS and they all kick a** in their own special way. Alignment and Cup 2R's on the 992 GTS and it'll put a hurt on a any non-RS 991 or earlier GT3 on the track while having a back seat and being more comfortable around town and on the highway.
The cool thing about so many 911 variations is each person can find the model that suits their needs and wants the best. To delineate between the models and draw a subjective line on what is "base" and "non-base" is elitist and inane IMHO. To each their own though.
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My GT3 and incoming T cost more than any one GTS. I most certainly do not want a GTS but really want a T. Actually, my 992T is a placeholder for a used 991T that I'm still looking for. You know what they say about assumptions...
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Most opinions are based on ego posturing. I chose a T but I could afford any car I want, and for a while I did just that. Ferraris, multiple 911s, etc. but the truth is I am bored by most modern cars. They are too good and competent on the street, and even track focused cars like the GTs are a compromise once you do enough track days. You need a clubsport for that. I think most have to get the exotic car itch out of their system though, once you do you see things in a different context.
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🔥Hot Take: if you can’t afford a GTS you should not be looking at a T.
A T is a “slower car is funner” kind of car. Also, a T or a GTS are interchangeable for me to a degree.
Personally I would like a reasonable suspension for the street. Since I am getting a manual I doubt I’ll be able to appreciate the larger turbos on the GTS and may appreciate the slightly quicker response from the smaller turbos. But on the flip side when is a little bit more power a bad thing?!
I would take either allocation frankly. It’s a toss up. A regular Tesla Model 3 sitting in traffic next to is going to leave both manual 911’s in the rear view mirror from a launch anyway.
A T is a “slower car is funner” kind of car. Also, a T or a GTS are interchangeable for me to a degree.
Personally I would like a reasonable suspension for the street. Since I am getting a manual I doubt I’ll be able to appreciate the larger turbos on the GTS and may appreciate the slightly quicker response from the smaller turbos. But on the flip side when is a little bit more power a bad thing?!
I would take either allocation frankly. It’s a toss up. A regular Tesla Model 3 sitting in traffic next to is going to leave both manual 911’s in the rear view mirror from a launch anyway.
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New to 992 world so I'm not following.
GTS with more torque and power will be far more fun to drive than perhaps a T. Not saying push the limit but even in day to day I'm certain you would feel a difference. Isn't this similar to buying M340ix or M3 Compx? Both are equally capable cars on the street but M significantly feels better than M340ix.
I'm buying T with PDK and rear seats. I specced C2 with sports exhaust and chrono as well as T. Both eventually are at the same price point with T maybe benefiting from lower suspension, light weight glass and that's it. I couldn't get a S or C2 allocation (intentionally avoiding the use of the "word" base here).
GTS with more torque and power will be far more fun to drive than perhaps a T. Not saying push the limit but even in day to day I'm certain you would feel a difference. Isn't this similar to buying M340ix or M3 Compx? Both are equally capable cars on the street but M significantly feels better than M340ix.
I'm buying T with PDK and rear seats. I specced C2 with sports exhaust and chrono as well as T. Both eventually are at the same price point with T maybe benefiting from lower suspension, light weight glass and that's it. I couldn't get a S or C2 allocation (intentionally avoiding the use of the "word" base here).
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New to 992 world so I'm not following.
GTS with more torque and power will be far more fun to drive than perhaps a T. Not saying push the limit but even in day to day I'm certain you would feel a difference. Isn't this similar to buying M340ix or M3 Compx? Both are equally capable cars on the street but M significantly feels better than M340ix.
I'm buying T with PDK and rear seats. I specced C2 with sports exhaust and chrono as well as T. Both eventually are at the same price point with T maybe benefiting from lower suspension, light weight glass and that's it. I couldn't get a S or C2 allocation (intentionally avoiding the use of the "word" base here).
GTS with more torque and power will be far more fun to drive than perhaps a T. Not saying push the limit but even in day to day I'm certain you would feel a difference. Isn't this similar to buying M340ix or M3 Compx? Both are equally capable cars on the street but M significantly feels better than M340ix.
I'm buying T with PDK and rear seats. I specced C2 with sports exhaust and chrono as well as T. Both eventually are at the same price point with T maybe benefiting from lower suspension, light weight glass and that's it. I couldn't get a S or C2 allocation (intentionally avoiding the use of the "word" base here).
GTS is certainly going to be "faster"... but the actual feel and performance of the two cars is likely going to be VERY similar minus about 0.3 seconds to 60mph. which I dont think is worth $25K
*Appreciate your C2 usage haha
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